Level: Intermediate
In this class you will learn a technique for working and creating negative spaces
modular style without breaking of the yarn or working intarsia. You will master it in
class while you will master that technique and later may have the option of
creating a wrap using this innovative method for your knitwear.
After the presentation, the students put their newly acquired knowledge to use as
they knit on RENREN cabled hat using one of these unique techniques.

Skills needed
knowing how to cast on, knit and purl.

Skills learned
Several types of stretchy cast on methods
How to create negative spaces in knit fabric continuously
How to balance the knit fabric while adding the negative spaces
How to calculate and create various shapes of negative spaces
How to make the right yarn and stitch pattern choice when working patterns with
negative space.

Materials
200 yds of worsted weight yarn in several colors. Bring preferably light and bright
colors of the bouncy, smooth, non-fuzzy yarn for swatching
US 4 (3.5 mm), US 5 (3.75 mm), US 6 (4 mm) needles, removable marker/pin
Please purchase a copy of RENREN hat pattern and bring to class.

Homework
Cast on for the hat in size of your choice and work ribbing until "Cabled Body".

Instructor
Olgajazzy brand has been established in 2006 by Olga Buraya-Kefelian. As a daughter of a professional tailor, she has acquired her understanding of clothing construction from an early age, which has progressively become more intuitive. This intuition helps her to create imaginative yet versatile knitwear. Conceived as a line for trendy and ultimately wearable knitwear, the brand is ever evolving. Drawing her inspiration from industrial and architectural fields, combined with her passion for European and Japanese design, results in Olga’s knitwear designs infused with innovation. Always seeking to develop new ways to incorporate knitwear in these modern times has prompted for her Transform line to emerge.

Cancellation Policy
Classes require a minimum of 4 students. An emailed notification of cancellation will be sent 2 days before the class if the minimum is not met. In the case of shop cancellation, all registered students will be refunded the class fee. Any additional fees including materials and the shipping of materials are non-refundable. Student cancellations, missed classes or no-shows can not be refunded, exchanged or transferred.

**CLASS IS IN PERSON AT OUR STORE ON 1117 SE DIVISION ST, PORTLAND, OR**